Tarleton and Hesketh Bank Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture in Tarleton and Hesketh Bank during May 2023, accounting for 45% of all reported incidents. This category, which saw 18 cases, remains 28% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 residents for the same type of crime. The overall crime rate for the area stood at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 43.8% below the UK's average of 8.0 per 1,000. While anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) and criminal damage (three cases) followed as the next most common categories, both were well below UK averages by 2% and 52% respectively. The seasonal context of May, with its extended evenings and increased outdoor socialising, likely contributes to the elevated violence figures, as public spaces become more active during this time. The area's lower property crime rates—particularly shoplifting, which fell to one incident from five in April—suggest that retail areas may have seen reduced activity or more effective local deterrents. However, the sharp rise in violent incidents, including a doubling of burglary and robbery cases, indicates a need for continued vigilance in addressing public safety concerns. The built-up nature of Tarleton and Hesketh Bank, combined with its relatively low population density, may explain the lower overall crime rate compared to larger urban centres, though the recent increase in violence underscores the importance of community-focused policing and targeted interventions in high-risk areas.

May 2023 saw a dramatic 200% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from six to 18 incidents. This surge, while concerning, still places the area 28% below the UK average for this category. Concurrently, burglary and robbery both doubled from their April figures, with one incident each reported for the first time this year. Shoplifting and other theft, however, declined sharply—shoplifting fell by 80% (from five to one), and other theft dropped by 50% (from two to one). The area's anti-social behaviour rate remained stable, dropping just 7.7% to 12 incidents, though it still lags 2% below the UK average. These shifts highlight a growing focus on violent incidents, possibly linked to the extended evenings and socialising typical of May, which may contribute to increased alcohol-related incidents in public spaces.

The crime rate in Tarleton and Hesketh Bank rose by 21.1% in May 2023 compared to the previous month, moving from 3.7 to 4.5 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while notable, remains significantly below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one crime reported every 31 days, translating to an average of one crime per day across the built-up area. Over the course of the month, this equated to one reported crime for every 224 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents within the local population. When compared to the UK, the area's overall crime rate is 43.8% lower, reflecting a consistently safer profile despite the upward trend from April. This monthly exposure statistic helps residents understand the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives, offering a tangible measure of risk relative to the population size.